Inspired Conference | Samantha Shepard
Tags:During my research, I came across a conference called Inspired. The retreat style conference for creative entrepreneurs is run by Nashville wedding planner, Amber Housley. Intrigued by both the topics and the setting, I reached out to Amber with an offer to help in any way I could. I was prepared to have her ask me to stuff goodie bags or even donate a giveaway. I was not prepared for Amber to ask me to speak about the Studio Calico story.

The conference was a 4 day retreat in the beautiful hills of Tennessee, just outside Nashville. Designed to attract creative entrepreneurs, the small size and rustic setting was the perfect way for women to step away from their busy lives and strategize about their businesses.
I wanted to share a few highlights and a lot of pictures. Plus, of course, a small giveaway from me.





All of the photos in this post were shot by the incredibly talented Callie Pitts of Nancy Ray Photography.
At the close of the conference, I was so sad to say goodbye to all the women. I did not do the event justice. It was incredible. Every single detail was carefully planned and executed by the talented team of Amber Housley. I am considering having a party just so I can make Amber plan it. She worked incredibly hard, and at the end of the day, I witnessed each woman walk away invigorated and inspired to conquer the world.

As promised, here's my GIVEAWAY:
I have a tote bag full of things from the conference. Comment below and we’ll select one lucky winner this week and announce it on Friday.
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It was an absolute pleasure meeting + spending time with you, Samantha!! Thank you for the sweet mention! I would love to chat soon! xoxo
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Loved this post. So wonderful to hear about the aspirations and accomplishments of other women! Your post underscores what a great job you did as a presenter too! <3
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What a fabulous retreat! From the pictures the location looks amazing as well. I am sure it was extremely inspirational - to be around all that talent and wealth of ideas - sharing, listening and watching.
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It was a pleasure to read this post Sam :*
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What a great conference. Sounds like a lot of great women sharing and learning in one place. I'll have to check it out. Plus the part about the Tieks; I've been considering getting a pair. Now I think I must.
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Thanks for sharing! Off to google those shoes! :)
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What a great conference! Beautiful post Sam. I'm wanting to try out the tieks. Heading to their site now :)
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Looks lovely and inspiring..
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That looks like it was a ton of fun! Great post, and thank you for the chance to win!! :)
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What a great conference. Wish there would be a similar one in Germany or at least Europe. Thanks for sharing this post and....of course...the giveaway.
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Wow, this looks like an amazing event and love the photos :) Thank you for sharing this experience with us!!
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what a most beautiful conference.. it sounds like you were so so inspired.. and oh my would love to win.. you are so generous for offering this to us! Thank you! Thanks for sharing about this.. there are indeed so many good people in the world. xo [email protected]
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Thanks for sharing! It sounds like a beautiful conference to be a part of.
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Sounds awesome! Looks so beautiful there. Thanks for the chance to win.
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Looks like it was a great event! Love your passion for empowering woman!!
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This is exactly the kind of event I would love to participate, I would love to hear all those invigorating speeches and feel the entrepreneur-thing all around. As an entrepreneur woman myself, I know what it involves to grow an idea to a concept and further on to a business but I also know how wonderful it is. Thanks for sharing these photos and highlights ! - from France :)
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Looks like a wonderful event! Thanks for sharing♥
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Thank you for sharing your story! It sounds like a beautiful event!
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I think we should have our own event : ) Sounds awesome and I'm sure you did SC proud!
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That venue looks AMAZING!
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